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GitHub Get Started

? GitHub Get Started

? Quick Overview

GitHub is a platform for version control and collaboration, allowing you to manage and store your code. It is built on top of Git and provides powerful tools for teamwork.

? Key Concepts

  • Repository
  • Commit
  • Branch
  • Pull Request
  • Issues

? What is GitHub?

GitHub is an online hosting platform for version control using Git. It allows developers to store code, track changes, and collaborate efficiently.

? Creating a GitHub Account

  • Visit https://github.com
  • Click Sign Up
  • Register and log in

? Creating a Repository

  1. Click + icon
  2. Select New Repository
  3. Enter details
  4. Create repository

? Cloning a Repository

? View Code Example
// Clone a remote repository to local system
git clone <repository-url>

✏️ Making Changes and Committing

? View Code Example
// Stage all modified files
git add .
? View Code Example
// Commit changes with a message
git commit -m "Your commit message"

? Pushing Changes to GitHub

? View Code Example
// Push local commits to GitHub
git push origin main

? Pull Requests

Pull Requests allow collaborators to review and merge changes into the main branch.

? GitHub Issues

Issues help track bugs, features, and tasks efficiently within a repository.

? Use Cases

  • Team collaboration
  • Version tracking
  • Open-source contributions

? Tips & Best Practices

  • Write meaningful commit messages
  • Pull before pushing
  • Close issues regularly

? Try It Yourself

  • Create a repo
  • Clone it
  • Commit and push changes